Christmas Prayer

by | Dec 3, 2010 | Going Deeper

For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Come with open ears, open minds, and open hearts. Come to receive the...

Professional Entertainment- Personal Experience

by | Dec 3, 2010 | Going Deeper

We do not have to orchestrate moments to pontificate about the “commercialization of Christmas;” instead God beckons us to come to the party. Even in the hustle and bustle of this season we still find God’s presence around us. Have you personally...
Journey to Mt. LeConte

Journey to Mt. LeConte

by | Nov 30, 2010 | Going Deeper

For three years Emily has journeyed to the top of Mt. LeConte each weekend to share in the lives of those who work and visit the lodge. Although she did not always have someone to hike with her, she reflects on the experience and says she was never hiking alone. Click...

Season of Praise. Season of Thanksgiving.

by | Nov 24, 2010 | Going Deeper

Psalm 150 beckons us to offer God praise, with all that we are and all that we have, for His presence and activity in our life. On Sunday evening, November 21, at Dollywood’s Robert F. Thomas Memorial Chapel, Chaplain Joey Buck (and his wife Katy and their son),...
Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair continued

Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair continued

by | Oct 8, 2010 | Going Deeper

As we delivered the cookies on Oct 7, one crafter pointed out that he had worked the show for 23 years. He estimated that he had enjoyed about 200 cookies himself! Other crafters were trading with each other for their favorite cookies. Others asked for cookies...